Experience the Future: Download Android 15 Beta 1 on Your Nothing Phone 2 (But Read This First!)

Bianca Patrick
2 min readJun 4, 2024

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Calling all Nothing Phone 2 owners!

It’s your chance to be an early adopter! Android 15 Beta 1 is finally here for your phone.

Experience the cutting-edge features of the next Android version before anyone else. But be warned, it’s a beta program, so there might be bugs. This article explores how to join the program and what to expect.

Nothing Phone 2 Joins Android 15 Beta 1: A Closer Look

Nothing’s Announcement

Nothing’s official blog post welcomes Phone 2 owners to dive into the Android 15 Beta 1. However, it’s important to note that this beta is tailored for developers and advanced users.

Nothing advises backing up data as the storage will be formatted during the update process, erasing all existing data.

Known Issues and New Features

While venturing into beta builds comes with risks, there are notable new features to explore. These include Glyph SDK support, a fresh wallpaper, an updated boot-up animation, and the Android 15 Beta 1 tag.

Despite these exciting additions, users should be aware of some known issues, such as the inability to register fingerprints, absence of face unlock, and missing pre-installed Nothing X/Weather/Launcher/Recorder/Widgets.

As you embark on the journey of updating your Nothing Phone 2 to Android 15 Beta 1, enhance your browsing experience with the Smart Transfer bookmarks widget app.

Smart Transfer simplifies bookmark management, making it easier to save and organize your favorite web pages in one app.

How to Initiate the Update

To initiate the update, Phone 2 users should follow a series of steps carefully. First, confirming the correct software version (Nothing OS 2.5.5) is crucial.

Then, users need to create a designated folder named “ota” in the device’s internal storage directory, copy the update package into it, and employ the local update tool to start the updating process.

For detailed instructions, Nothing’s blog provides comprehensive guidance.

Rolling Back to Stable Build

In case users decide to revert to the stable build, Nothing also provides guidance on how to do so. This ensures flexibility and reassurance for users exploring the beta version.

Conclusion

While Pixel devices have already progressed to Beta 2.1, Nothing Phone 2 users now have the opportunity to immerse themselves in the Android 15 Beta 1 universe.

Stay informed about future releases by exploring our Android 15 release date tracker. Embrace innovation and stay ahead with Nothing and Android 15 Beta 1.

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Bianca Patrick
Bianca Patrick

Written by Bianca Patrick

Bianca is a content creator & a passionate blogger. She is a professional tech blogger & an avid reader. She loves to explore topics related to tech.

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